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SUMMARY:Family Workshop: Create Your Own 3D Glass Painting at Museum JAN
DESCRIPTION:Museum JAN in Amstelveen invites families to make their own three-dimensional glass painting in a hands-on workshop. A creative afternoon out that combines art-making with a visit to one of the area’s most welcoming family museums. \nWhere: Museum JAN\, Amstelveen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/family-workshop-create-your-own-3d-glass-painting-at-museum-jan/
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SUMMARY:Story-Time Picnics at OBA — Summer Books & a Free Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:The Amsterdam Public Library is running outdoor story-time picnics this summer\, pairing a great children’s book with a free ice cream. A lovely low-key outing for little ones that mixes reading aloud\, fresh air\, and a sweet treat. \nWhere: OBA Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/story-time-picnics-at-oba-summer-books-a-free-ice-cream/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:The Thing — Screening at LAB111
DESCRIPTION:Catch a screening of *The Thing* at LAB111 in Oud-West. Tickets available; Uitpas discount applies. \nWhere: LAB111\, Oud-West \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/the-thing-screening-at-lab111/
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SUMMARY:The Thing — Film Event at LAB111
DESCRIPTION:A film event screening of John Carpenter’s classic horror/sci-fi thriller *The Thing* runs through July 8 at LAB111\, one of Amsterdam’s most atmospheric cinema-and-culture venues in Oud-West. \nWhere: LAB111 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/the-thing-film-event-at-lab111/
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SUMMARY:Une Femme Est une Femme
DESCRIPTION:A classic French film screening\, running through July 8 at LAB111 venue with multiple showtimes available. \nWhere: LAB111 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/une-femme-est-une-femme/
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SUMMARY:Free Drop-In Workshop: Make Your Own Greenhouse Tote Bag at Hortus Botanicus
DESCRIPTION:Kids can design their own miniature greenhouse on a tote bag at this free drop-in workshop at the Hortus Botanicus. No reservation needed — just show up and get crafty amid the plants. \nWhere: Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-drop-in-workshop-make-your-own-greenhouse-tote-bag-at-hortus-botanicus/
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SUMMARY:Water Knowledge Game at ARTIS — Discover Surprising Facts About Water
DESCRIPTION:A playful discovery game at ARTIS where children learn surprising facts about water and its role as the foundation of all life. Fun and educational for kids visiting the zoo this summer. \nWhere: ARTIS\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/water-knowledge-game-at-artis-discover-surprising-facts-about-water/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Coral Crafting Workshop at ARTIS — Build an Underwater Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Help build a growing underwater landscape at the ARTIS-Groote Museum during this coral-themed crafting workshop. A creative and educational activity for kids visiting the zoo and museum complex. \nWhere: ARTIS-Groote Museum\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/coral-crafting-workshop-at-artis-build-an-underwater-landscape/
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SUMMARY:Swan Lake Ballet Workshops for Kids — Amsterdam Amateur Ballet
DESCRIPTION:Keep the summer holiday moving: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet is running Swan Lake–themed dance workshops for children during the school break. A lovely way to try ballet in a welcoming setting. \nWhere: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/swan-lake-ballet-workshops-for-kids-amsterdam-amateur-ballet/
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SUMMARY:Verzetsmuseum Junior — Discover WWII History This Summer
DESCRIPTION:The Verzetsmuseum Junior (Dutch Resistance Museum for Children) offers a moving\, age-appropriate introduction to life in the Netherlands during World War II. An impactful and thought-provoking summer visit for families with school-age children. \nWhere: Verzetsmuseum Junior\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/verzetsmuseum-junior-discover-wwii-history-this-summer/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Treetop Climbing at Fun Forest in the Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:Summer vacation is the perfect time to take the kids to Fun Forest in the Amsterdamse Bos\, where children can climb and scramble through the trees on outdoor adventure courses. A great way to burn energy and enjoy Amsterdam’s green lung. \nWhere: Fun Forest Amsterdam\, Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/treetop-climbing-at-fun-forest-in-the-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Rally — From Paris to the Pyramids: Family Film at EYE
DESCRIPTION:A lightning-fast race from Paris to Egypt starring a brilliant inventor and his friends — a classic-style adventure film for children screening at EYE Film Museum. \nWhere: EYE Film Museum\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/rally-from-paris-to-the-pyramids-family-film-at-eye/
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SUMMARY:Dikkie Dik and the Missing Stuffed Animal — at EYE
DESCRIPTION:The beloved Dutch children’s character Dikkie Dik comes to EYE Film Museum in a cheerful adventure about finding a lost stuffed animal. A sweet outing for the littlest film fans. \nWhere: EYE Film Museum\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/dikkie-dik-and-the-missing-stuffed-animal-at-eye/
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SUMMARY:Sign Up for the Mini Dam tot Dam Kids' Run
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the Mini Dam tot Dam\, a kids’ running event connecting Amsterdam-Noord and Zaandam — a classic Dutch race in miniature form. A great way to get active kids into a real race-day experience. Sign-up deadline: July 8. \nWhere: Amsterdam-Noord / Zaandam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/sign-up-for-the-mini-dam-tot-dam-kids-run/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Duiker Doris: A Maritime Museum Experience for Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:The Scheepvaartmuseum (Maritime Museum) has a special summer exhibition designed for the very youngest visitors — a hands-on\, sensory-friendly maritime world for toddlers and babies. A great indoor option during the summer holidays for parents with little ones. \nWhere: Het Scheepvaartmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/duiker-doris-a-maritime-museum-experience-for-toddlers/
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SUMMARY:MagicQ Lighting Control — 1-Day Intermediate Training
DESCRIPTION:A specialized one-day technical training course for intermediate-level MagicQ lighting-control operators. For theater technicians and lighting professionals. \nWhere: Aukes Theatertechniek Verhuur BV \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/magicq-lighting-control-1-day-intermediate-training/
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SUMMARY:Decorate Summer Cookies at the Jewish Museum Junior — Today
DESCRIPTION:Kids get to design and decorate their very own summer-themed cookie at the Jewish Museum Junior today. A sweet\, hands-on school-holiday activity in a welcoming museum setting. \nWhere: Jewish Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/decorate-summer-cookies-at-the-jewish-museum-junior-today/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Lisbeth Gruwez & Maarten Van Cauwenberghe — Voetvolk: Last Day at Brakke Grond
DESCRIPTION:Final chance today to catch this acclaimed Belgian dance-theater production by choreographer Lisbeth Gruwez and composer Maarten Van Cauwenberghe. Voetvolk (meaning ‘foot soldiers’ or ‘the walking people’) is known for its hypnotic physicality and intense ensemble energy. At Vlaams Cultuurhuis de Brakke Grond. \nWhere: Vlaams Cultuurhuis de Brakke Grond \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lisbeth-gruwez-maarten-van-cauwenberghe-voetvolk-last-day-at-brakke-grond/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
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SUMMARY:Antigone at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam — Julidans Festival
DESCRIPTION:The ancient Greek tragedy Antigone gets a contemporary dance treatment at the Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) as part of the Julidans festival. Running July 8–9 at multiple times\, it’s one of the festival’s flagship productions at one of Amsterdam’s premier stages. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/antigone-at-internationaal-theater-amsterdam-julidans-festival/
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UID:22951-1783468800-1783641599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Antigone' — Dance Theater at ITA\, Tonight and Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:A modern dance interpretation of ‘Antigone’ plays tonight and tomorrow at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam as part of the Julidans festival. Multiple showtimes — check the ITA website for times and tickets. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/antigone-dance-theater-at-ita-tonight-and-tomorrow/
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SUMMARY:Lijmlab at NDSM Wharf
DESCRIPTION:Lijmlab comes to the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam Noord. Dates: July 8–10. Details to be confirmed — check the NDSM website. \nWhere: NDSM-Plein 28\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lijmlab-at-ndsm-wharf/
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UID:23995-1783468800-1783727999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Lijmlab — Drop-In Making Workshop at NDSM (Through July 10)
DESCRIPTION:Lijmlab (Glue Lab) is a hands-on creative workshop running at NDSM-Plein through July 10 — drop in to make\, build\, and tinker with materials. At NDSM-werf\, Amsterdam-Noord. \nWhere: NDSM-Plein 28\, Amsterdam-Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lijmlab-drop-in-making-workshop-at-ndsm-through-july-10/
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SUMMARY:Herb School: Plant Workshops at Het Groene Veld
DESCRIPTION:De Kruidenschool (The Herb School) runs hands-on workshops about medicinal and culinary plants at Het Groene Veld\, a green community space. Learn to identify\, harvest\, and use herbs — practical knowledge with a satisfying outdoorsy feel. Starts at 9:00. \nWhere: Het Groene Veld \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/herb-school-plant-workshops-at-het-groene-veld/
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SUMMARY:BioBlitz at Allard Pierson — Help Count Insects in the Courtyard Garden
DESCRIPTION:The Allard Pierson museum is hosting a free BioBlitz on July 8 (10:00–13:00): a morning of hands-on biodiversity research in its courtyard garden. Participants help identify as many insect and animal species as possible\, establishing a baseline before construction of the new Hortus Medicus begins on site. The data collected will be used to track how new plantings affect the local ecosystem over time. Free to attend — registration required. \nWhere: Allard Pierson\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bioblitz-at-allard-pierson-help-count-insects-in-the-courtyard-garden/
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UID:23312-1783504800-1783512000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Canal Parade Turns 30 — Amsterdam's Iconic Floating Festival Returns
DESCRIPTION:The Canal Parade celebrates its 30th anniversary on July 8\, with elaborately decorated boats winding through the Amsterdam canals in one of the city’s biggest and most spectacular annual events. Hundreds of thousands of spectators line the canal banks — a genuine Amsterdam highlight. \nWhere: Amsterdam canals \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/canal-parade-turns-30-amsterdams-iconic-floating-festival-returns/
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UID:23313-1783504800-1783512000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Community Workshop Open Day at Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof
DESCRIPTION:Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof opens its doors for a community DIY day — drop in to use the tools\, work on a project\, or just see what this neighborhood workshop space is about. Starts at 10:00. \nWhere: Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/community-workshop-open-day-at-buurtwerkplaats-noorderhof/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T123000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! — Morning Writing Session at the Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Skip the procrastination: this weekly gathering at the Central Library’s 7th floor brings writers together for a focused hour of silent work — no feedback\, no judgment\, just getting words on the page. Any kind of writing counts: novel\, dissertation\, blog\, script\, poems\, work emails. Brief intros at 10:30 AM\, timer starts at 10:45\, then optional chat afterward. Show up with whatever you need to write. \nWhere: Central Library (OBA)\, Oosterdokskade 143\, 7th floor \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/shut-up-write-morning-writing-session-at-the-central-library/
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SUMMARY:Free Day Trip to Linneaushof Amusement Park for Kids 8–12
DESCRIPTION:Amsterdam West is organizing a free outing to Linneaushof amusement park for children aged 8 to 12. Meet at 10:30 am at the Blue Tower in Bos en Lommer; the trip runs 11 am–4 pm. \nWhere: Departs from Blue Tower\, Bos en Lommer \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-day-trip-to-linneaushof-amusement-park-for-kids-8-12/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Free Walking Tour of Amsterdam — Today at 10:30
DESCRIPTION:A tip-based walking tour of Amsterdam departing today at 10:30 from the National Monument on Dam Square. Look for the white umbrella. Book in advance via the website — everyone is welcome and the tour is accessible to all budgets. \nWhere: National Monument\, Dam Square \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-walking-tour-of-amsterdam-today-at-1030/
CATEGORIES:Events: Do
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SUMMARY:Bird Ringing Days at Fort Island Pampus
DESCRIPTION:Join researchers on historic Fort Island Pampus to watch — and help with — the ringing and tracking of wild birds. The program runs on select dates from July 8 through October 30\, 10:30–14:00. A genuinely unusual outdoor activity combining nature\, history\, and hands-on science for kids and curious adults alike. Tickets available; the island is reached by ferry. \nWhere: Fort Island Pampus \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bird-ringing-days-at-fort-island-pampus/
CATEGORIES:Family
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